substance abuse cycle intervention and prevention for children of substance abusers

62 Pages·2016·0.75 MB·English

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Charleena Sharon Chagoya
California State University - San Bernardino
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SUBSTANCE ABUSE CYCLE INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION
FOR CHILDREN OF SUBSTANCE ABUSERS

A Project
Presented to the
Faculty of
California State University,
San Bernardino

In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements for the Degree
Master of Social Work

by
Charleena Sharon Chagoya
June 2016
SUBSTANCE ABUSE CYCLE INTERVENTION AND PREVENTION
FOR CHILDREN OF SUBSTANCE ABUSERS

A Project
Presented to the
Faculty of
California State University,
San Bernardino

by
Charleena Sharon Chagoya
June 2016
Approved by:

Laurel Brown, Faculty Supervisor, Social Work
Michael Harang, Program Director, Cedar House Life Change Center
Dr. Janet Chang, M.S.W. Research Coordinator
© 2016 Charleena Sharon Chagoya
ABSTRACT
This research project addresses the substance abuse cycle intervention
and prevention strategies used amongst individuals who are a part of
generational substance abuse. Participants were recruited from an inpatient
drug rehabilitation center in Southern California. Qualitative interviews were
conducted in order to gain additional knowledge on this topic. The interviews
were audio recorded, transcribed, and then analyzed by the researcher.
Participants’ first hand experiences contributed to a better understanding of
effective ways to address this cycle. The results consisted of the following
themes: childhood substance abuse, environmental influence, Child Protective
Services involvement, problem recognition, structure, counseling,
relationships, higher power, positive attitude and hope for the future.
Contributions to social work practice are discussed along with
recommendations for future research. Findings were given to California State
University, San Bernardino and were provided to the drug rehabilitation center
used in this study.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
First I would like to thank my #1 supporter and the love of my life, my
fiancé Gabriel. I am forever grateful for your unconditional love and
encouragement during one of the most challenging times of my life. Next is my
beautiful and selfless Nana. Nana, words cannot express my never-ending
appreciation for all that you have done for me and my family during these
trying times. Then there’s my Elija, my handsome loveable son. Thank you my
papa for always being understanding about Mom being so busy with school
work. I cannot wait to spend more time with you and to continue to watch you
grow. I love you all to the moon and back and am so excited for the future.
I also extend great thanks to Michael Harang, Program Director of
Cedar House Life Change Center in Bloomington, CA. You provided a
remarkable amount of support and flexibility to my project and I am extremely
grateful for your efforts and commitment to my learning.
Of course I am forever grateful to the faculty and staff of CSUSB. I am
beyond thankful for all of the experiences, knowledge and opportunities you
have provided to me. The future is bright and I am so excited to move forward
in my career as a social worker!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABSTRACT .................................................................................................. iii
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ............................................................................... iv
LIST OF TABLES ......................................................................................... viii
CHAPTER ONE: ASSESSMENT 1
Introduction ........................................................................................ 1
Research Focus and Question .......................................................... 1
Paradigm and Rationale for Chosen Paradigm ................................. 2
Literature Review ............................................................................... 2
Impact of Parental Substance Abuse ...................................... 3
Current Intervention Practices ................................................. 4
Intervention Need .................................................................... 4
Theoretical Orientation ...................................................................... 5
Potential Contribution of Study to Micro and Macro Social
Work Practice .................................................................................... 6
Summary ........................................................................................... 6
CHAPTER TWO: ENGAGEMENT 8
Introduction ........................................................................................ 8
Study Site .......................................................................................... 8
Engagement Strategies for Each Stage of Study .............................. 9
Self-Preparation ................................................................................. 9
Diversity Issues.................................................................................. 10
Ethical Issues .................................................................................... 10
Political Issues ................................................................................... 11
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The Role of Technology in Engagement ............................................ 12
Summary ........................................................................................... 12
CHAPTER THREE: METHODS 13
Introduction ........................................................................................ 13
Study Participants .............................................................................. 13
Selection of Participants .................................................................... 13
Data Gathering .................................................................................. 14
Phases of Data Collection ................................................................. 15
Data Recording .................................................................................. 15
Data Analysis Procedures ................................................................. 16
Summary ........................................................................................... 16
CHAPTER FOUR: EVALUATION 18
Introduction ........................................................................................ 18
Data Analysis ..................................................................................... 18
Childhood Substance Abuse ................................................... 18
Environmental Influence ......................................................... 19
Child Protective Services Involvement .................................... 20
Problem Recognition ............................................................... 21
Structure ................................................................................. 22
Counseling .............................................................................. 23
Relationships in Recovery....................................................... 24
Higher Power .......................................................................... 25
Positive Attitude ...................................................................... 26
Hope for the Future ................................................................. 27
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Data Interpretation ............................................................................. 28
Implications of Findings for Micro and Macro Practice ....................... 32
Summary ........................................................................................... 34
CHAPTER FIVE: TERMINATION AND FOLLOW UP 35
Introduction ........................................................................................ 35
Termination of Study .......................................................................... 35
Communicating Findings to Study Site and Study
Participants ........................................................................................ 36
Ongoing Relationship with Study Participants ................................... 36
Dissemination Plan ............................................................................ 36
Summary ........................................................................................... 37
APPENDIX A: INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW BOARD APPROVAL .................. 38
APPENDIX B: DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION ......................................... 42
APPENDIX C: INFORMED CONSENT ........................................................ 44
APPENDIX D: INTERVIEW QUESTIONS .................................................... 47
APPENDIX E: DEBRIEFING STATEMENT ................................................. 49
REFERENCES ............................................................................................. 51
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Direct Quotes about Childhood Substance Abuse ...................... 19
Table 2. Direct Quotes about Environmental Influence ............................. 20
Table 3. Direct Quotes about Child Protective Services
Involvement ................................................................................. 21
Table 4. Direct Quotes about Problem Recognition .................................. 22
Table 5. Direct Quotes about Structure ..................................................... 23
Table 6. Direct Quotes about Counseling ................................................. 24
Table 7. Direct Quotes about Relationships .............................................. 25
Table 8. Direct Quotes about a Higher Power ........................................... 26
Table 9. Direct Quotes about Positive Attitude .......................................... 27
Table 10. Direct Quotes about Hope for the Future .................................... 28

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